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    Bennett Trim Tab Install Question

    I am installing a set of hydraulic Bennetts. I have them mounted to the boat with no pistons hooked up yet, but they are stiff to move up and down. If I bring them to the up position, I need to push on them to get them to go down and vice versa. If I had to take a guess, they maybe take about 5...
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    How many coats needed of Interlux Interprotect 2000e

    I am going to be applying bottom paint to for the first time on my boat. It currently has the factory paint on it which is in great condition. I will be using Fiberglass surface prep prior (per Interlux advice) According to the primer instructions...I need to use 4 coats to get Osmosis...
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    What is the actual official name for this cap?

    Can anyone let me know what the actual part name is for this cap? It goes on the end of the rod that connects the 2 trim rams to the outdrive. I have looked up trim caps and other items, but the only thing I seem to be able to find are caps that are actually in the cylinder itself. I didn't...
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    Do I need to prime outdrive prior to applying antifouling paint

    I am going to be applying antifouling paint to the my Alpha 1 gen II for the first time. Current paint looks to be in great shape. No chipping or flaking paint. I will be using Interlux Trilux 33. I was looking at Interlux Primicon, and the product description makes it sound like it is for bare...
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    Can you tell if anodes are zinc or aluminum?

    I replaced my anodes last year when I did my impeller. I honestly don't know if I bought aluminum or Zinc. It was a package designed for the alpha 1 gen 2 and came as a kit. I feel like the package said it was for brackish water. I will be storing the boat in salt water this year, so obviously...
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    How many lines needed for 18' boat on slip in bay

    Hey everyone, I am going to be keeping my boat in the bay for the first time this year and rented a slip. I have been trailering up to this point, so this is all new to me. I have been doing some research on what is needed and not sure what I need for lines. From what I have read there is a...
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    Warning Label Requirements

    Are the warning labels that are on the dash of a boat a requirement for Coast Guard and other checks? I am looking for a spot to locate some switches and found a spot on the dash area that would be perfect....unfortunately it is the same spot as the Warning label about operator needing to be in...
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    Switching from SMART tirm Tabs to controllable tabs

    Hi all, I installed a pair of Smart tabs on my boat last year. Absolutely loved the difference between not having them and having them, however I did notice an increased amount of spray coming into the boat as the bow is obviously down all the time. I am looking to upgrade to trim tabs that I...
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    Bimini Tops

    I am looking to upgrade my current bimini top. The pictures attached are not my boat but show what I have and what I am looking to do. The one I have now (like picture 1) works well and is in great condition, however I do not like being enclosed as it attaches to snaps along the top of the...
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    Applying Antifouling bottom paint for the first time

    Hey guys, I am getting prepared to paint my boat with anti-fouling paint for the first time and want to make sure I'm doing everything correct. Boat is an 18' 2004 Maxum SR3 1800. I will be keeping it at a slip in the bay this year instead of towing. Current paint is factory paint that it came...
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    To clean or not clean the hull

    Hey guys, I am going to be applying bottom paint to my boat in the spring (was gonna do fall, but it got cold here...quick). This will be the first time this boat has gotten paint aside from at the factory (2004 Maxum SR3 1800). I know I will need to prep the hull to paint such as clean and...
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    Is a stainless prop worth it??

    Looking for a little info. I got a new Solas prop this year. Great prop and loved it. It got banged up a bit from me hitting something...either a rock or lobster pot. Not sure which. Nothing crazy, but has a bunch of dings and nicks on it that is prompting me to get a new prop for it and have...
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    How full does gas tank need to be for Winter storage?

    I filled my tank up yesterday and then took it out on the lake a little to blast some fresh water through it before the season ended. Looked at the tank this morning, and it is pretty much full. The fuel is touching the top of the tank near the ends, but there is still a little room in the...
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    Carpet on boat

    Hi all, I have a 2004 Maxum 1800sr3. When I got the boat last year, I was given the carpet for the interior as well. Carpet is brand new and doesn't appear it was ever put in. The snaps and such are all on it and on the hull and ready to be put on. Where I store it on the trailer in my...
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    Boat cover snaps

    So my boat cover has snaps on it that it snaps to the boat with. Think a pair of jeans type snaps. A few if the male ends that are on the boat are broken. My question is are snaps all the same size when it comes to these things, or are there 40 different ones and I need to try and fit them. I...
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    Winterizing questions

    Couple of quick questions on winterizing. This will be my first year having to winterize my boat. I went through the process with the old owner last year on what he does, but just want to make sure it is correct. Engine is a 2010 3.0 Mercruiser with an Alpha 1 Gen II. There are 2 small drain...
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    Better to apply bottom paint in Fall or Spring

    I am going to be adding anti-fouling paint to my boat for next year. This will be the first application of it as it still has the factory paint. I was thinking I would do it in the fall (I live in New England) when the weather was nice. Is there any draw back to doing it in the fall vs in the...
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    Issues running in choppy water

    Looking for a little advice. I got my boat earlier this year. 18' 2004 Maxum SR3 with a 3.0 alpha 1 gen 2. I primarily took it in the local ponds at the beginning of the year, but more recently have been taking it out in our local bay. The bay is known for being nice in the AM but gets choppy in...
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    Boat preparation for storing in Salt Water

    Hey guys, This was my first year with my boat and we took it out in the bay way more than I thought we would. We have decided that next year we are going to rent a slip in the bay instead of trailering it all the time. My question is, do I need to do any preparation to the hull or engine for it...
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    Boat preparation for storing in Salt Water

    Hey guys, Hopefully I'm posting this in the right section. This was my first year with my boat and we took it out in the bay way more than I thought we would. We have decided that next year we are going to rent a slip in the bay instead of trailering it all the time. My question is, do I need...
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